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How to Meet Cyber Insurance Requirements for IBM i

Thu, 03/02/2023

Discover what cyber insurance is, the solutions you may need to qualify or lower premiums, and what Fortra offers to assist your IBM i organization with becoming cyber insured.

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HelpSystems’ (now Fortra's) Data Security Week LIVE to Give Powerful Insights into Navigating Today’s Cyberthreat Landscape

Data security experts will present virtual, interactive sessions focused on protecting valuable information assets for attendees

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HelpSystems (now Fortra) Makes It Easier to Identify Security Events on IBM i

Fortra today announced the latest release of Powertech SIEM Agent for IBM i. The new version provides enhanced flexibility to meet the demands of increasingly complex IT environments.

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Protecting AIX Servers Against Malware Threats

By Bob Erdman on Thu, 11/07/2019

Find out what security challenges AIX servers face, and what can be done to overcome them.

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10 Reasons Linux Attacks Happen and How to Avoid Them

By Bob Erdman on Mon, 07/29/2019

Take a look at why Linux attacks are occurring and what you can do to avoid them.

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Sophos Alternative for UNIX Centralized Management for Antivirus: Fortra is Here to Stay

By Bob Erdman on Tue, 06/11/2019

Find out how our solutions are growing and why we’re prioritizing UNIX and UNIX-like operating systems like Linux.

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Diversionary Tactics: The Use of Ransomware as Misdirection

By Bob Erdman on Fri, 05/10/2019

As long as the dark web exists, organizations must learn more about the threat they pose, and how to protect themselves.

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Cyber Security Risk Mitigation: Statistics & Strategies

Sat, 03/23/2019

Curious about what your fellow IT professionals think about the state of cybersecurity and the risks we face at every turn? Get the visual scoop below with high-impact graphics from the recent study Fortra conducted.

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5 Cybersecurity Resources You Shouldn’t Scroll Past

By Robin Tatam on Sat, 03/16/2019

It's tough to stay on top of the latest cyberthreats and what they mean for your business. Here are some go-to resources that makes it easier to educate yourself on this important topic.

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Cryptoviral Extortion: The Enduring Problem of Ransomware

By Bob Erdman on Wed, 03/13/2019

Learn about the long arms of ransomware, and how to protect your organization from its grasp.

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Cyber Risk Ratings: How Would Your IT Environment Score?

By Bob Erdman on Wed, 12/12/2018

Find out the type of cyber threats that endanger organizations (and their ratings), and how they can protect themselves.

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What’s the Difference Between Endpoint Antivirus and Endpoint Security Software?

By Bob Erdman on Wed, 11/21/2018

The only honest answer to the question about the difference between endpoint antivirus and endpoint security is that it depends on who you ask. Read on as we highlight the three most common interpretations to this cyber security identity crisis.

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Is There Such a Thing as Free Antivirus for Businesses?

By Bob Erdman on Tue, 11/06/2018

Despite countless offers for free antivirus solutions, there are many other types of costs to consider when choosing the solution that is right for you.

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Malware, Virus, Anti-malware, Antivirus: What’s the Difference?

By Bob Erdman on Tue, 10/30/2018

Read on to find out the difference between malware and a virus, and how you can best protect your organization from them.

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Is Antivirus Really Necessary for Linux?

By Bob Erdman on Tue, 10/23/2018

As evidenced by XBash and Kodi add-on malware, the myth that Linux is immune to viruses could not be further from the truth. In reality, Linux is becoming a lucrative target.

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Weak Internal Security Causes Weak External Security

Long-time security expert, Pat Botz, recently joined Fortra. Botz goes way back in the computer industry. He wrote the Basic compiler and CAD tools for Control Data supercomputers and then lead the development of CAD tools for its AIX workstation line three decades ago. He eventually became a lead security architect for the IBM i platform, and left Big Blue a number of years ago to start his own security firm, Botz & Associates. Dan sat down to have a chat with Chris Heim, chief executive officer of Fortra, and John Vanderwall, vice president and business unit manager for security services at the company, as well as Botz, who now has a senior security services consultant position at the company.

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Fortra Protects the COMP Performance Group from Viruses and Malware

The COMP Performance Group™ is a world leader in the performance automotive aftermarket with core product lines that include camshafts, transmissions, drivetrain parts, fuel injection systems, and computer simulation software. After experiencing rapid growth in recent years, the organization brought on Ron Smith to launch an IT transformation project. Ron’s priorities included implementing world...

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HelpSystems (now Fortra) Extends Security Monitoring to Amazon S3

Policy Minder has been expanded to empower security monitoring for data stored on Amazon S3, giving IT professionals peace of mind any misconfigurations or oversights will be detected and rectified.

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When Would You Notice an IBM i Security Breach?

By Robin Tatam on Fri, 08/03/2018

Data breaches are often born out of poor configuration and user indifference. They thrive on a lack of visibility. Ignore the warnings provided by your system at your peril!

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Exit Points and Why Menu Security Isn’t Enough

By Robin Tatam on Wed, 05/30/2018

How do interfaces like FTP side-step IBM i menu security and give users uncontrolled data access through exit points? Robin Tatam explains in this short video.

How to Meet Cyber Insurance Requirements for IBM i

HelpSystems’ (now Fortra's) Data Security Week LIVE to Give Powerful Insights into Navigating Today’s Cyberthreat Landscape

HelpSystems (now Fortra) Makes It Easier to Identify Security Events on IBM i

Protecting AIX Servers Against Malware Threats

10 Reasons Linux Attacks Happen and How to Avoid Them

Sophos Alternative for UNIX Centralized Management for Antivirus: Fortra is Here to Stay

Diversionary Tactics: The Use of Ransomware as Misdirection

Cyber Security Risk Mitigation: Statistics & Strategies

5 Cybersecurity Resources You Shouldn’t Scroll Past

Cryptoviral Extortion: The Enduring Problem of Ransomware

Cyber Risk Ratings: How Would Your IT Environment Score?

What’s the Difference Between Endpoint Antivirus and Endpoint Security Software?

Is There Such a Thing as Free Antivirus for Businesses?

Malware, Virus, Anti-malware, Antivirus: What’s the Difference?

Is Antivirus Really Necessary for Linux?

Weak Internal Security Causes Weak External Security

Fortra Protects the COMP Performance Group from Viruses and Malware

HelpSystems (now Fortra) Extends Security Monitoring to Amazon S3

When Would You Notice an IBM i Security Breach?

Exit Points and Why Menu Security Isn’t Enough

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